10 Highlights

• Australia's Jillaroos secured a decisive 24-4 victory over New Zealand, avenging last year's defeat and reasserting their dominance.
• The Kangaroos clinched the men's Pacific Championships with a gritty 20-14 win over Tonga at Sydney's CommBank Stadium on Nov 10.
• • With a record crowd of 28,728, Australia silenced a pro-Tongan audience, showcasing maturity and exploiting Tonga's errors effectively.
  • Tom Trbojevic's two tries and Tom Dearden's strategic plays were pivotal in overcoming Tonga, who struggled with composure in key moments.
  • Despite Tonga's late efforts, Australia maintained their lead, showcasing defensive resilience and strategic prowess to secure victory.
  • Victoria commences dialogue with Aboriginal groups on treaty discussions from Nov 21, amid tensions post-Voice referendum.
  • Controversial debates over potential land handovers in Victoria continue alongside treaty negotiations with Aboriginal communities.
  • Cultural tensions intensify as Aboriginal groups press for greater policy control and address the fallout from the failed Voice referendum.
  • Australia's rugby successes this season reaffirm their sports dominance, further highlighted by their strategic capability in tough matches.
  • The dynamic at CommBank Stadium epitomized the intensity of Pacific Championships, where both cultural pride and sportsmanship were at play.